Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

Introduction to D/deaf awareness and BSL

Want to learn how to communicate with D/deaf people? This one-day course will help you understand deafness and enable you to take the practical steps necessary to communicate with D/deaf people.

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Key course information

Date
21/01/12

Day(s)
Sat

Duration
1 week

Time
10:00 - 16:00

Fees
Full fee: £98^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
QC602

Availability
This course has finished

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

This course has finished

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deafedu@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2725

Course outline

What is the course about?

This course will enable you to become D/deaf aware, you will gain a basic knowledge of deafness and communication skills which can be used with D/deaf, hard of hearing and D/deafblind people. You will learn a few basic signs and fingerspelling which will assist basic communication with British Sign Language users. The course leads towards a full introductory course in BSL.

What topics will we cover?

- Different groups of D/deaf people, appropriate terminology and the communication methods used by these groups
- Different types of deafness and how these affect communication
- Different technical aids used by D/deaf people and how to use language service professionals such as BSL/English interpreters and specialist notetakers.
- Practical communication skills to use with a variety of D/deaf and hard of hearing people.
- The advantages and limitations of hearing aids and lipreading
- The fingerspelling alphabet and some basic signs to communicate with a Deaf BSL user.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Demonstrate knowledge of clear communication principles
- Maintain communication and repair communication 'breakdowns' using appropriate tactics with a D/deaf person
- Know how to use fingerspelling and a range of basic signs to communicate with a Deaf BSL user
- Describe a range of relevant technical equipment and language service professionals.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Basic introduction. No previous skills or experience are required.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

You will be taught through:
- Whole class teaching
- Pair/group work
- Practical exercises
- Demonstrations
- Discussions
- Presenting information
- Question and answer
- Role-play.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

There are no extra costs, but BSL for Dummies books are available for purchase at a discount price.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

We offer a range of courses which may be of interest after this course:
- Introduction to BSL
- Level 1 in D/deaf awareness and communication.
- British Sign Language Level 1
- Introduction to note-taking for disabled students
- Note-taking for disabled students
- Electronic Note-taking

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 - 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 - 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2725

Fax: 020 7492 2745

deafedu@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times for BSL and Lipreading: Wednesday 14:00 – 15:00 (term-time only) All other advice by appointment

English, maths and computing courses for Deaf people

Tel: 020 7492 2726 (voice)

Email: deafskills@citylit.ac.uk

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